Instructor

Black Oak Casino; California; On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians is seeking an Instructor under the Education Manager to support K-12 students with academic, social, and cultural development in Tuolumne, CA.

The role focuses on academic skills, remedial tutoring, and culturally enriching activities, serving as an advocate among schools, parents, and the community to advance student success. Teaching credentials or related degrees are preferred.

Qualifications

• Current California teaching credential or related degree preferred.
• Minimum five years in education or youth programs.
• Proficient computer skills for admin support and online activities.
• Ability to instruct and remediate in all subjects.
• Strong organizational and written/spoken communication.
• Willingness to adapt to changing program needs.
• Must possess a valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assess participants and develop an IPP with educational goals.
• Maintain student files to track progress and outcomes.
• Coordinate IPPs with schools, parents, and the student.
• Develop academic and culturally enriching activities.
• Provide remedial tutoring in a structured environment.
• Develop library programming to support educational goals.
• Encourage and recruit students for programs and events.
• Track attendance and outcomes for enrichment activities.
• Develop materials and schedules for parents and students.
• Provide IPP training to Enrichment Assistants.
• Work with Education Manager on schedules for Instructional Assistants.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching credential

Education degree

Youth experience

Computer skills

Instruction/remediation

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Multitasking

Flexibility

Safety compliance

Community rapport

Program development

Driver's license

Education

California teaching credential

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

JOB DETAILS

Job Location: Tuolumne Me-Wuk Tribal Council - Tuolumne, CA 95379, Salary Range: $27.00 - $33.00 Hourly, Job Category: Education, POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Education Manager the Instructor is responsible for the academic, social, and cultural development of the students of the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians. This position focuses on working with students to develop their academic skills necessary to successfully complete grades K through 12. The Instructor will provide academic, remedial and cultural enrichment activities to assist students in learning different subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their academic and future employment successes. The Instructor serves as an advocate between schools, essential organizations, the parents/guardians and the youth.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess each participant and develop an Individual Progress Plan (IPP) that includes educational goals.
• Maintain student files to track progress and aide in achievement of education goals.
• Be an advocate in coordinating IPPs with schools, essential organizations, parents, and the student.
• Develop and provide academic and culturally enrichment activities based on community need.
• Provide specialized remedial work and homework tutoring to students in a structured educational and positive environment.
• Develop and maintain library programming to support achievement of educational goals for students.
• Encourage and recruit students for programs, activities, and cultural events.
• Keep track of attendance and outcomes for all enrichment program/activities and social recreation.
• Develop and maintain resource materials, program schedule and event schedule for parents and students.
• Provide training in implementation of IPPs to Enrichment Assistants to ensure direct services to students.
• Work with the Education Manager to set schedules and work assignments for Instructional Assistance to ensure effective use of instructional time.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of a current California Teaching Credential or Bachelors Degree in Community Education, Education or related area preferred.
• Five years of experience in the education field or related experience working with youth.
• Possess computer skills sufficient to provide administrative support, oversee online activities, and computer-assisted instruction.
• Must be able to provide instruction and remediation in all subjects.
• Possess strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing environment.
• Flexibility to work hours, as program needs change.
• Ability to enforce compliance with safety codes, rules, and regulations in all department programs and activities.
• Must be able to establish rapport with the Indian community and the public schools.
• Must be able to develop new educational programs.
• Must possess a valid California drivers license and comply with the requirements of the Tribes driving policy and insurance requirements.

UPHOLD TRIBAL VISION STATEMENT

The Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians is a Sovereign Nation that is dedicated to upholding the Social and Economic Stability through Self-Reliance and to promote the Health, Safety and Welfare of our Indian People.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is deemed a level 2 and requires walking, standing, and sitting for prolonged periods of time; climbing stairs, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching; pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 30 pounds; raising objects overhead; manual dexterity for operation of computer, phones and small office machines; hearing, talking and strong verbal and written communication skills; repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and fingers.

INDIAN PREFERENCE

Preference in filling vacancies shall be given first to qualified Tuolumne Me-Wuk Community Council Members and then to enrolled Native Americans of any federally recognized tribe. Documentation for claiming preference must be provided with the application for consideration. Other than the above, the Tuolumne Me-Wuk Tribe is an equal opportunity employer.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent on pre-employment background and drug test results.